Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85
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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 122g - 95 x 62 x 22mm
- Announced February 2010
- Also Known as mju Tough 6020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 426g - 122 x 71 x 44mm
- Released April 2016
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II

Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic GX85, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the 6020 (13MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is pretty similar but the 6020 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

The 6020 was unveiled 7 years before the GX85 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 6020 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 6020 scores against the GX85 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 6020 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus 6020 over the Panasonic GX85
6020 | GX85 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GX85 over the Olympus 6020
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Released | April 2016 | ![]() | February 2010 | More modern by 75 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic GX85
6020 | GX85 | |||
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Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 6020 enjoys outer measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic GX85 has dimensions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus 6020 and Panasonic GX85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 6020 vs the GX85.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 6020 and GX85 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 6020 and GX85.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 6020 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GX85 will offer greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 6020 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus 6020 vs Panasonic GX85 Specifications
Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus Stylus Tough 6020 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85 |
Alternate name | mju Tough 6020 | Lumix DMC-GX80 / Lumix DMC-GX7 Mark II |
Class | Waterproof | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2010-02-02 | 2016-04-05 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.9-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,764k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1/4 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.00 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 122 gr (0.27 pounds) | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 122 x 71 x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 662 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 290 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | Li-50B | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $279 | $800 |